Why Amazon drivers quit all the time

2 reason why Amazon delivery drivers quit all the time

[tygamer]

“If you in it for the money you won’t last..”

What else are we there for if not for money?

[mustafajaddoa]

They quit because they made you deliver 180 to 250 stops

[NeoSonicStrike]

As someone that drove for Amazon for about 2.5 years, my advice would be to first of all try to consider Amazon a last option unless you're sure you want to drive for a job, then I'd suggest to drive for Amazon for about 6 months to a year, once you have that time in start looking for a better job. There's alot of driving jobs out there that may require a little experience, but will pay better and appreciate your work ethic, Amazon won't. I've found the longer you stay at Amazon the more mental and physical stress it will put on you with increased workloads, more harsh rules and demands amongst other things. It's just a stepping stone job like fast food but pays a little more.

[nevermind]

There’s DEFINITELY favoritism too. I always see the SAME people as rescues at my company.

[philstone]

I'm 63 and have almost worked for two years at the same DSP. I didn't have a delivery job before either. It is very physical (have lost almost 30 pounds since I started) and stressful. For me, the stress comes from not knowing your route on a day-to-day basis, and if you deliver in a hilly area with narrow roads or lots of apartments, it takes a toll. Given all this, my attitude is to just do the damn job and don't complain, and it's worked for me. I usually have an 850 FICO score and get regular bonuses.

[robertmolina]

When I first started I did rescues after finishing my route quick, with no problem until I realized you don't get paid for it nor see any compensation for extra work. So it's like working more harder for free, and breaking your back more for absolutely nothing meanwhile your really working for other people's salary. I was also told by my manager who tried to discourage me if I don't do rescues, I can be written up and possibly terminated because I'm not fit to be a team player. So I take my time and work at my own pace not to be a team sucker.And those cameras on the windshield are set for one to fail even after trying to follow all regulations not to get an alert and get one anyway

[danjones]

If you like to stay active and have a good working mindset and can think quick on your feet than it's the job for you. If you don't like physical labor, being hot, working in the rain, etc than it's not the job for you. The key is to use the job to your benefit. I see it as a challenge at times to get better and I pride myself in not being rescued so I work as safe as I can while also trying to be efficient as possible to get my route done. I only work 3 days a week, I don't have a manager breathing down my neck and I mostly deliver in nice areas and I see something new everyday so I actually enjoy the job. Their are times where it may seem like it's a lot of work but than I just think to myself where else am I going to work 3 days a week, enjoy nice scenery daily and not have to work with co workers all day? Dealing with co workers on certain jobs can be the biggest issues at times because many just come to work with a negative mindset and will try to take it out on you at times .🤣🤣

[enjoythesho]

The faster you go the more stops they will give you im averaging 198 stops and Over 300+ packages I've been working for Amazon for 4 years now when I start the biggest route we had was 120 best job ever now its completely horrible its progressively gotten worse so I decided to start my own business my time with Amazon is finally coming to a end

[donaldharper]

I do 5-6 days a week. my dsp gives $100 and $200 bonus for picking up shifts. its not for everyone. like u say tho, if you have the mindset of staying active, then this job is for you. it keeps me in shape and metabolism running, plus i get to zone out listen to music-podcasts, time to yourself.its a cool stepping stone. i finish 180 stops 300 packages in 5 hours tho

[marquiesbutler]

I did this for two years and just became a semi truck driver.. the job was cool and all and you have outside freedom I just thought it was time to move on for me

[joseph]

as a amazon driver I would say delivering is the easy part its really the company u work for thats 3rd party these are the ones u need to be aware for I have worked for so far 3 DSP companies and I have to say the one im working for today is very bad.there new owners and there penny pinchers meaning they will take money from u when ever they can from your paycheck.and its not right and what there doing is stealing my time.I work my ass off with this company.But im feel as im not treated with the respect I deserve .And I always give out kindness .The owners they never pick up there phone if u have a question they always say speak to the mangers there.if u need a day off and put the PTO they never pay u for the whole amount of the PT0 there very cheap people.over all tho if u do get a great DSP like I did have before this new building im in then u will love it.

[brandonamthor]

I be working 5 days a week. This job really isnt for the weak at all. You have to be super physically fit and mentally fit to hold you position. Im making mad overtime and the paychecks are huge so its mad worth it working 5 days a week. But like i said, it's not for everyone

[acomicbooknovice]

I’m about 3 weeks into being an Amazon driver and I dig it, I did doordash for the last year full time so it kinda seems like more of the same, only difference is I don’t get to pick where I’m going. The only thing I DONT like is the whole “last package expected at..” times. Like I call major BULLSHIT, ain’t no way people actually make those times. I always finish at least an hour after they say I should’ve and I’m just like fuck it I’m not gonna kill myself for y’all lol

[brandonmoucatel]

the problem is the routes are to big, instead of 180 stops, it should be 120

[crystalwiggins]

It’s actually not a bad job your by yourself, listen to music, take breaks when needed, dispatch leaves you alone if you do good 4 days on 3 off it’s pretty chill, worst part right now is I live in Arizona and it’s been 110+ for 5 days now so our routes are reduced a bit but not enough in my opinion

[markc]

I’m broke, almost homeless, just got the job. I’m trying to get paid

[TheYungPrince]

The only thing I hate is the navigation system 😂

[DELL.ACNT.]

I will say this. As hard as Amazon is, it’s a cakewalk compared to fedex. It’s child’s play, I don’t know about USPS, but a you hear all these Amazon horror stories. The folks at fedex are working so hard, there’s no time for horror stories, that’s hard work.

[shahs]

Bro this job is easy for you because you have a light route. If you have 230 stops and 350 + packages in a busy, dangerous city you wouldn't say it's easier than the post office. No way

[fortnightly]

I have been delivering for about a month I'm about to tell them that this is going to last week . I don't mind the hours, i need the money. But they just keep giving me more work. Yesterday i delivered 306 packages, i dont even count the amount of stops because some stops have 3 different houses, is BS!!! They have e delivering in a rich area and the properties are huge!! The driveways seems endless, hills and a lot of steps. Im quitting!!